DRDO DMSRDE Kanpur Internship 2026: Eligibility, Stipend & Application Guide
Bahut accha mauka hai dear engineering and science students! The Defence Materials and Stores Research & Development Establishment (DMSRDE), a premier DRDO laboratory in Kanpur, has invited applications for its Paid Internship 2026-27. Total 20 internship slots are open across three branch codes covering computer/IT engineering, chemical/polymer/materials engineering, and post-graduate science streams. Selected interns earn a monthly stipend of Rs 5,000 and get hands-on exposure to defence materials research at one of India’s top DRDO labs.
The application closes on 15 June 2026 (1500 hrs) and selection is on academic merit plus an online interview. If you are pursuing your final year B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc. with 65% marks or 6.5+ CGPA from an AICTE/UGC-approved institute and are below 28 years, you should apply. This article covers all 20 vacancies branch-wise, the strict CGPA cut-off, the offline application route, and the document list. Read carefully and apply on time. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for daily Defence sector job updates.
Key Highlights — DRDO DMSRDE Kanpur Internship 2026
DMSRDE is India’s premier DRDO lab for materials and stores research, working on advanced polymers, textiles, composites, and stealth materials. The 6-month internship is for final-year UG and PG students from engineering and science streams.
- Post Names: Paid Intern — UG/PG Engineering (Codes 01, 02) & PG Science (Code PG-01)
- Total Vacancies: 20
- Stipend: Rs 5,000 per month (Rs 30,000 total for 6 months)
- Job Location: DMSRDE, GT Road, Kanpur — 208013, Uttar Pradesh
- Internship Period: 13 July 2026 onwards (6 months)
- Last Date to Apply: 15 June 2026 (1500 Hrs)
Vacancy Breakdown — DRDO DMSRDE Kanpur Internship 2026
| Branch Code | Eligible Streams | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Code 01 (UG/PG Engg) | CSE / IT / AI / Computer Engg | 4 |
| Code 02 (UG/PG Engg) | Chemical / Polymer / Materials / Mechanical / Textile Engg | 12 |
| Code PG-01 (M.Sc.) | Chemistry / Material Science / Textile | 4 |
| Total | All Streams Combined | 20 |
DMSRDE will allocate the 20 slots branch-wise based on merit and project openings. The figure is indicative and may be revised by the establishment.
Eligibility Criteria — DRDO DMSRDE Kanpur Internship 2026
Educational Qualification
You must be a final-year student of one of the following from an AICTE/UGC-approved Indian University or Institute:
- Code 01 — CSE, IT, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Engineering (B.Tech / M.Tech / PG Engg final year)
- Code 02 — Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science & Technology, Materials Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Textile Engineering (B.Tech / M.Tech / PG Engg final year)
- Code PG-01 — M.Sc. Chemistry, Material Science, Textile (IInd year)
You must have minimum 65% marks or CGPA ≥ 6.5 continuously maintained in all previous semesters.
Nationality
Indian citizens only. Foreign nationals are NOT eligible.
Age Limit
- Maximum Age: Below 28 years as on 15 June 2026
No minimum age stated. No age relaxation is mentioned for reserved categories in this notification.
What is the Stipend (Monthly Salary) for DRDO DMSRDE Kanpur Internship 2026?
The pay structure mirrors other DRDO internships with strict attendance and completion conditions.
- Monthly Stipend: Rs 5,000
- Total Stipend (6 Months): Rs 30,000
- Payment Schedule: Two instalments — 1st after completing 3 months, 2nd after completing 6 months
- Attendance Rule: Minimum 15 working days per month physical attendance is mandatory
- Payment Mode: Direct bank transfer to intern’s account
Total in-hand stipend over six months works out to Rs 30,000, paid only on completion of the full internship and attendance compliance.
Important: DMSRDE will NOT provide accommodation — students must arrange their own stay in Kanpur. There is no employment obligation on DRDO after the internship.
What is the Selection Process for DRDO DMSRDE Kanpur Internship 2026?
Selection follows three transparent steps:
- Shortlisting on CGPA/Marks: Applications screened against the 65%/6.5 CGPA cut-off
- Online Interview/Interaction: Shortlisted students may be called for an online interview as per project requirement
- Document Verification & Final Merit: Selected names notified via email; final intimation by 30 June 2026
No written exam. The Principal/Director’s request letter on college letterhead is mandatory. Browse our preparation strategy page for general tips that help even with internship interviews.
How to Apply for DRDO DMSRDE Kanpur Internship 2026?
Application is offline AND email — both modes are required. An advance email copy goes to DMSRDE, and a hard copy follows by Speed Post or by-hand. Keep ready: application form (page 01), college request letter (pages 02-03), undertaking forms (page 04), all marksheets, college ID, photo, bio-data.
- Download the application format from the official notification PDF (Essential Links below)
- Fill the application form, undertaking, and obtain college Principal/Director’s request letter on letterhead
- Attach copies of High School marksheet, all UG/PG semester marksheets, college photo ID, and your bio-data
- Email an advance copy of the complete set to director.dmsrde@gov.in
- Send the physical hard copy by Speed Post or deliver by hand at the DMSRDE main gate
- Address the envelope to: The Director, DMSRDE, DRDO, GT Road, Kanpur — 208013 with the superscription “Application for Paid Internship” and the Branch Code
- Ensure both the email copy and hard copy reach DMSRDE on or before the deadline
Important Dates — DRDO DMSRDE Kanpur Internship 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply | 15 June 2026 (1500 Hrs) |
| Age Reckoning Date | 15 June 2026 |
| Intimation to Selected Students | 30 June 2026 |
| Internship Start Date | 13 July 2026 |
Application Fees — DRDO DMSRDE Kanpur Internship 2026
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | No Application Fee |
Application is completely free — no fee is to be paid in any mode.
Essential Links — DRDO DMSRDE Kanpur Internship 2026
- Download Official Notification PDF
- Visit DRDO Official Website
- Join WhatsApp Channel for Government Jobs
- Join Telegram Channel for Government Jobs
Dear final-year students, with 20 open slots spread across computer, chemical, materials, mechanical, textile and M.Sc. streams, DMSRDE Kanpur is one of the best DRDO internship opportunities open this season. Note the 15 June 2026 (1500 Hrs) hard deadline — late or incomplete applications are summarily rejected. If your CGPA is above 6.5 and you are below 28, get your single PDF ready, email it to director.dmsrde@gov.in and send the hard copy by Speed Post today. Keep visiting GovtJobsAlert.in for daily Defence sector recruitment and DRDO internship updates.